What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to New Cumnock?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to New Cumnock is to bus which costs £19 - £50 and takes 6h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to New Cumnock?

The fastest way to get from Preston to New Cumnock is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and New Cumnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to New Cumnock. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Castle Primary school via Buchanan Bus Station, Kilmarnock Bus Station and Cumnock Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and New Cumnock?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to New Cumnock. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at New Cumnock via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Preston to New Cumnock?

The distance between Preston and New Cumnock is 160 miles. The road distance is 158.3 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to New Cumnock without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to New Cumnock without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £30 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Preston to New Cumnock?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Preston to New Cumnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to New Cumnock bus from?

Preston to New Cumnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to New Cumnock train from?

Preston to New Cumnock train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to New Cumnock?

The best way to get from Preston to New Cumnock is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £50 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Preston to New Cumnock bus arrive?

Preston to New Cumnock bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to New Cumnock train arrive?

Preston to New Cumnock train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Preston to New Cumnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to New Cumnock is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Preston to New Cumnock.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to New Cumnock?

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Where can I stay near New Cumnock?

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Preston to New Cumnock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to New Cumnock by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to CarlisleLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to New CumnockCarlisle - Glasgow Central
3h 30m
£30–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
6h 12m
£20–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to LockerbieManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Whitesands to Castle Primary school246
4h 50m
Drive 157.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to New Cumnock157.4 mi
2h 48m
£40–57

Preston to New Cumnock by train

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3h 30mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Preston, England and New Cumnock, Scotland?

You can take a train from Preston to New Cumnock via Carlisle in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £10–35 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Megabus UK also services this route twice daily.

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